trainieren
train
Sich regelmäßig bewegen oder üben, um stärker, fitter oder besser in etwas zu werden.
The German word "trainieren" is a verb that means "to train" or "to exercise". It is directly taken from the English word "to train," and it is used in contexts involving physical exercise, sports, or practicing a skill.
Similar words in German:
- Üben - To practice.
- Schulen - To educate or to drill.
- Ausbilden - To train in the sense of providing a formal education or professional training.
Differences:
- Üben: This generally refers to practicing something repeatedly to improve a specific skill, such as playing an instrument or rehearsing for a performance.
- Schulen: This implies a more structured form of training, often aimed at education or drilling (e.g., military drilling).
- Ausbilden: This is often used in the context of vocational training or professional development, implying a more formal and comprehensive training process.
In general, "trainieren" is more specific to physical and athletic activities, while the other terms can be applied in broader contexts involving learning and skill development.
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Examples
Ich trainiere regelmäßig im Fitnessstudio.verb
I regularly train at the gym.
Er trainiert täglich, um seine Ausdauer zu verbessern.verb
He trains daily to improve his stamina.
Wir trainieren für den Marathon.verb
We are training for the marathon.
Hast du gestern mit deinem Team trainiert, obwohl es so kalt war?verb
Did you train with your team yesterday even though it was so cold?
Nachdem ich mich verletzt hatte, trainierte ich zwei Wochen lang nur leicht zu Hause.verb
After I had injured myself, I trained only lightly at home for two weeks.
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